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    Create a “Freedom Wall” in a common place where employees and volunteers can post responses to questions such as “What freedom means to me,” “What it means to be an American,” “How my family will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence?”...

Include quotes from our Founders or our founding documents in communications (as appropriate to your organization).

  Independence Hall at Knott’s Berry Farm, known as an exact replica of Independence Hall in Philadelphia, includes an audio/video of the proceedings of the Continental Congress. Mission San Juan Capistrano will celebrate its 250th anniversary in November 2026...

    Next July 4, many men and women serving our country will be overseas.  Help them to celebrate with us by sending them letters and patriotic packages. The original Continental Army was created on June 14, 1776, and commanded by General George Washington. The Navy...

    Register to vote. Study the issues. Be informed about the candidates. Vote and encourage others to vote. Attend elected officials’ town halls. Drop in to a city council meeting. Participate.

There are numerous activities that are patriotic and “just for fun,” for staff, families and others, such as:Set aside a day of the week (or specific days) for members to dress up in red, white and blue. Consider even having a “best patriotic dress” contest. Provide...

Jason Hanson – Colorado. Katie Roach contact regarding partnering/licensing; contact Muzeo and Bowers) Has a user guide.  CA museums doing this. Drive.google.com/file/d/12.  Information ready week of January 19, 2026. Customizable for state local organizations.

This is a nation-wide contest that invites students across the country in grades 3 – 12 to be part of America’s 250th by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them – with the chance to earn an unforgettable field trip experience at some of the nation’s...

This is a year-long cross-country journey, collecting thousands of recorded interviews. Each tour stop will feature local activation events, media opportunities and community engagement activities. Facilitated by trained interviewers, sessions will follow curated...